Grovesend, Swansea Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Grovesend, Swansea.

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About Grovesend

Grovesend is a village located within the community of Grovesend and Waungron in the City and County of Swansea, Wales, with a population of 1,131 residents. Its status as a community hub makes it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local development initiatives.

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Area Information

• Admin district: Carmarthenshire
• Parliamentary constituency: Llanelli
• LSOA: Carmarthenshire 017A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Grovesend.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Grovesend.

• Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
• Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
• Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
• Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
• Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
• Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
• Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
• Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Grovesend based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Grovesend.

1. - 5 Tyrisha Avenue Grovesend Swansea SA4 4WL
   Single storey rear extension (application for a Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development)
   Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Swansea | Date: 2026-01-30
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2. - 31 Station Road Grovesend Swansea SA4 4GY
   PRE APP for demolition of existing extensions and construction of new extension with rooms in roof
   Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-10-23
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3. - 147 Coalbrook Road Grovesend Swansea SA4 4GP
   PRE APP for detached garage and store room
   Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Swansea | Date: 2025-02-11
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4. - Miners Welfare Club Plas Road Grovesend Swansea SA4 4WG
   Installation of solar panels (application for a Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development)
   Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Swansea | Date: 2024-04-24
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A brief summary of Grovesend in Swansea

Grovesend is a village located within the community of Grovesend and Waungron in the City and County of Swansea, Wales, with a population of 1,131 residents. Its status as a community hub makes it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local development initiatives.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Grovesend a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Grovesend planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Grovesend

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Grovesend. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 15 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Grovesend may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 15 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Grovesend were other applications (3), outline applications (1).

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Related Planning Guides

• What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
• What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
• How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.